2. CAROLINA PANTHERS (LAST WEEK: 3)

2. CAROLINA PANTHERS (LAST WEEK: 3)

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The Panthers defense preyed on the Buccaneers, sacking rookie quarterback Mike Glennon five times, picking him off once and recovering a fumble. This is a defense that no one wants to face in the playoffs.

The Panthers defense preyed on the Buccaneers, sacking rookie quarterback Mike Glennon five times, picking him off once and recovering a fumble. This is a defense that no one wants to face in the playoffs. (Grant Halverson, Getty Images)

The Panthers defense preyed on the Buccaneers, sacking rookie quarterback Mike Glennon five times, picking him off once and recovering a fumble. This is a defense that no one wants to face in the playoffs.